Howard A Bartow, age 90, of Hackettstown, NJ passed away Sunday, August 27, 2017 at Colonial Manor of Hackettstown, NJ after a long battle with cancer. Mr. Bartow was born April 11, 1927 in Morristown, NJ to the late John and Ada (Pyle) Bartow of Vienna, NJ. In addition to his parents, Howard is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marilyn Dorcas Bartow and his daughter, Jacalyn.
Howard was the CEO of Conneaut Leather, Conneaut, Ohio before retiring. Prior to moving to Ashtabula, OH in 1975, he was a partner in Middletown Leather of Middletown, NY and Hackettstown, NJ. He produced leather for Ford, GM and Chrysler. He also furnished leather for the furniture industry and book binders. He was recognized more than once for “Leatherman of the Year” for his innovative leather finishes and processes.
He served in the US Navy from 1944 to 1945 as an Accountant in Corpus Christi, Texas. He was an avid golfer, a member of the Ashtabula Country Club, Ashtabula Elks, the Rotary and the American Legion. He along with his son Bradley were members of the NEBO Hunting Lodge in Bushkill, PA.
He is survived by his son, Bradley Bartow and wife Lauren of Hope, NJ, his loving granddaughter, Megan Bartow and fiancé Douglas Sloyer of Belvidere, NJ and beloved grandson, Bradley Bartow, II and wife Jenna of Belvidere, NJ.
At the request of the family all services are private.
For those desiring, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, c/o Megan Bartow, 124 Wall Street, Belvidere, NJ 07823
Condolences:
Dalt & Carol Feller
#5
September 1st, 2017 4:18 pm
Brad and family. Our sincere condolences at the death of Howard. I (Dalt) was best man at their wedding those many years ago.
Our hearts and prayers go out to you all. God has another good soul and Howard is now with Marilyn and Jacalyn.
BETTY & DOUG POWERS
#4
August 31st, 2017 1:31 pm
Brad and Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please know that if there is anything we can do for you, please let us know,Doug has fond memories of your dad at hunt camp. Thinking of you with a sadden heart.
Danny & Barbara Yankiv
#3
August 29th, 2017 7:24 pm
Bradley, seeing your Father's obituary brings back fond memories when your Dad came to our house to do my Father's (Willard Dellicker) accounting books and he would bring you along. We extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Timothy Wallace
#2
August 28th, 2017 2:14 pm
Dear Brad and family - we are so sorry for your loss and pray the Lord will comfort you during this time of grief. Tim and Theresa Wallace
Paul & Robin Wallace
#1
August 28th, 2017 1:04 pm
Dear Brad, and Family
My Wife Robin and I are so sorry to hear of your Father's passing, and know our words will be of little comfort, but please know we are Praying the LORD who alone can Comfort keep you in HIS Hands during this period of Mourning.
GOD Bless you My Friend, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
In Christ alone
Paul & Robin
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